Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
James Downes Obituary
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for James Downes
3 Entries
Dan and Lee Kraft
June 6, 2011
To All the Downes Family Members...
Remembering Ed at this time is such a mixture of sadness, appreciation and fondness. We will certainly miss his friendly and considerate presence in the neighborhood, as he never failed to demonstrate his genuine concern for all of us - as well as our children, our homes, our jobs and our pets! His remarkable memory and continued interest in all facets of life were admirable. He was a wonderful role model and dear friend. We will miss him.
We extend our apologies to you for not attending the services; we did not receive notice of Ed's death until today, as we were out of town. We wish you all comfort and solace as you endure your sorrow.
John Decaneas
June 3, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
John Learned
June 2, 2011
I am very sorry. We were best friends in college. We met at Chateau Frontenac at a New Year Eve party, 1928-29, in Quebec. At the costume party, Eddie appeared as a North End vegetable vendor complete with cart he brought from Boston. Later we met as freshman at Harvard during try-outs for freshmen football manager. Our friendship grew. We were best friends and roomed together one year. We have attended Harvard reunions together for many years, with our adult children. We always enjoyed being together. I am very sad.
Showing 1 - 3 of 3 results
Make a Donation
in James Downes's name
Memorial Events
for James Downes
How to support James's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor James Downes's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
